Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy®

Also known as Maya Abdominal Massage, Fertility Massage, and Maya Uterine Massage

The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy® are founded on the ancient Mayan technique of abdominal massage. It is a non-invasive, external massage technique that is used to guide abdominal organs back into their proper position for optimal health and well being. Arvigo Therapy helps to relieve congestion and any blockages that are restricting the flow of blood, lymph, nerve and chi.

Origins of Arvigo™ Therapy

Dr. Rosita Arvigo, Naprapathic Physician, developed these techniques based on her 30 years of experience in massage, naprapathy, herbology and spiritual healing. She was taught a form of Maya Abdominal massage by her mentor, the last Maya Shaman in Belize, Don Elijio Panti, with whom she apprenticed for 10 years. The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy® is a modality that incorporates a holistic approach to health - body, emotional and spiritual healing. Maya Abdominal massage practitioners believe that with any natural healing technique, these areas must be simultaneously addressed to promote optimal health.

Maya abdominal massage has become very popular for it's effectiveness in treating fertility challenges (in both men and women), menstrual pain, bloating, uterine prolapse, and urinary incontinence (although it helps with many other things as well). Midwives and healers of Central American agree that most female troubles are caused by a "wandering womb."

“The uterus is the women’s center. If her uterus is not in proper

position and good health, nothing in her life will be right.

She will be as out of balance as her uterus.”

-Don Elijio Panti, teacher to Rosita Arvigo

Maya Abdominal Therapy also incorporates castor oil packs as well as herbal vaginal steams for cleansing and general reproductive health. Want to know more about these? Contact Svea for more information.

The following are the most common symptoms that the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy® may help to address:

FOR EVERYONE

Digestive disorders

Muscular Tension

Urinary Incontinence

Frequent urinary infections

Frequent Urination

Varicose Veins

Fertility Enhancement

Post Surgical (scar tissue,
recovery, etc.)

FOR WOMEN:

Fertility

Menstrual Disorders (painful/
irregular periods, etc)

Pre-Conception through Postpartum

Discomforts of Pregnancy; Birth Preparation

C-section/hysterectomy surgery recovery

Menopause

Pelvic Organ Congestion (endometriosis, cysts, fibroids)

Polycystic ovarian syndrome

Chronic bladder/yeast infections

Pelvic organ prolapse

FOR MEN:

Early stages of BPH

(Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy)

Prostatitis (mild)

Impotence

Erectile Dysfunction

Fertility

**Svea is not a medical doctor and therefore doesn't diagnose or prescribe. Arvigo Therapy is a very gentle yet effective technique that has been shown to help with the above complaints, but not meant to take the place of medical advice.

Arvigo Therapy has also been known as Maya Fertility Massage, Maya Abdominal Massage and Maya Abdominal Therapy.**

What to Expect in a Maya Abdominal Massage Session with Svea:

If you only want a Maya Abdominal Massage for fertility or other female complaints, the appointment will last around 2 hours. If you are struggling with fertility challenges, Svea recommends having both the Maya Abdominal Massage and Naturopathy/Homeopathy (see my Montreal Natural Fertility website here). If you have both, the appointment will be around 2.5-3 hours.

During the appointment there will be a comprehensive review of your past and present healthcare needs, focusing on reproductive and digestive health. If you choose to do Naturopathy/Homeopathy in combination with Maya Abdominal Massage, this first part will take around 2 hours. Following that will be the abdominal massage that helps:

Align reproductive and abdominal organs to optimal position Improve circulation to organsPromote vital flow to support the body’s inherent healing capacity

Arvigo Therapy also includes bodywork on your lower back as well. There will be an evaluation of the alignment of your spine and pelvis and then accompanying bodywork to help correct any imbalance you may have. Arvigo Therapy is also great for anyone who has ever fallen on their tailbone/sacrum as it helps to reduce scar tissue in the area and promote circulation and flow in the area.

You will also leave the session with 'homework.' Svea will teach you how to do the self-care massage at home so you can continue to to heal between sessions.

Svea may also recommend complimentary modalities to support fertility and women's health, which may include:

Faja – a traditional lower abdomen support wrap

Bajos – traditional herbal pelvic steam bath of the Maya

Castor oil packs

Nutritional and herbal support

Lifestyle education

Typically, 2-3 professional sessions (at a minimum) are required to address most conditions. Clients who perform their self-care massage on a routine basis report an improvement in their symptoms.

What people are saying about Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy®:

"For as long as I can remember I struggled with extremely painful menstrual cycles. I did many other natural therapies (and medical) and nothing seemed to touch the pain. I discovered Maya Abdominal Massage and it totally changed my life. I'm now [almost] pain free and can feel a huge change in my reproductive system. I recommend Maya Abdominal Massage for every woman!" -LB, Montreal

"Maya Abdominal Massage is really special. I've had many different kinds of massages, but nothing like this. I felt like it addressed joints, tendons, ligaments, internal organs, as well as my muscles. I felt really good after. It lives up to its great reputation." -MD, Montreal

"The session I had with Svea was so effective. I felt like it was really deep and it removed some stuck energies in my reproductive system. I would definitely recommend Maya Abdominal Massage for anyone trying to get pregnant or struggling with their fertility." -LD, Montreal